We agreed we could date other people, but sex would mean breaking up. Five months later, I learned what had happened on her first date.
Bedroom Talk
I Still Want Sex—Just Not With My Partner
After three years together, my sex drive is still there. But solo pleasure has become my preference, and I know that may not be enough for her.
Bedroom Talk
I Want a Submissive Dynamic—But How Does the First Date Begin?
We have chemistry over messages and dinner planned. I am excited to explore a submissive dynamic, but I cannot picture the first few minutes.
Bedroom Talk
My Friends’ Affair Made Me Jealous of Being Wanted
After years of initiating sex in my marriage, news of an affair brought up a feeling I didn’t expect: jealousy of being desired.
Relationships & Desire
He Keeps Texting Me—So Why Doesn’t He Flirt?
My younger colleague keeps our conversations going, even on days off. I have a crush on him, but his attention never quite becomes flirting.
Bedroom Talk
If She Suggests Sex on Date Two, Why Assume She’s Desperate?
A woman suggests sex on the second date. What does that reveal about her—and how much does a man’s reaction reveal about him?
Relationships & Desire
We Planned a Life in Spain. Now I’m Just Helping Her Take the Dog
We were preparing to move to Spain together. Then she said she couldn’t see a stable future with me, and the paperwork took on a different purpose.
Bedroom Talk
I Tried Lingerie. My Boyfriend Kept Playing Video Games.
After five years together, my attempts to initiate sex keep falling flat—and I’m starting to wonder whether I’m the problem.
Relationships & Desire
My Boyfriend Sent Me Home After Sex—He Had a Game to Watch
A cookie delivery became an unexpected visit. Half an hour later, my boyfriend wanted me to leave—and said ten minutes of cuddling counted.
Relationships & Desire
I Left Because He Didn’t Want Sex. Now I Miss My Best Friend
We ended things kindly because we wanted different things sexually. Two months later, I miss the man who was also my best friend.
Playful Escapades
My Date Wanted to Leave, but Was Another Woman Flirting?
A first date was going nowhere when a woman across the bar caught my eye. I left with one ambiguous glance and one very clear unmatch.
Relationships & Desire
A Missed Alarm and the First Date I Decided to Skip
Two weeks of promising texts led to a first date, an hour-long drive, and a confirmation that arrived after my enthusiasm had gone.